2017 is such a year for car enthusiasts, particularly crossover-hunters, with the arrivals of the all-new Subaru XV, Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5.
The all-new Subaru XV, Honda CR-V and Mazda CX-5 are three of the top crossovers in the Philippines
By using the word "all-new", we would like to emphasize all the improvements that the aforementioned models receive in their latest generation, which have helped them outperform their predecessors. In detail, the XV is made with the all-new international platform of Subaru. The Honda CR-V is now equipped with a turbo-diesel engine and also has a 7-seat variant. And the last one - the CX-5 has been applied G-Vectoring technology.
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2017 Mazda CX-5 Vs 2018 Honda CR-V
Needless to say, the three nameplates are well worth buying and experiencing. However, have you ever wondered which one is the best in term of specs? With that in mind, Philkotse.com would like to give you a comprehensive, clear and close-up view over specs of these three “superiors”. Then, hope you can lessen your stress in choosing the best “boom” for your own without doubts.
We have chosen versions based on their prices (so it will include the non-diesel and 5-seat Honda CR-V), and put them next to each other in order to give you a quick, easy and specific comparison.
Features | Subaru XV 2.0i-S | Honda CR-V 2.0 S CVT | Mazda CX-5 SWD 2.0 PRO |
Price | P1,538,000 | P1,539,000 | P1,550,000 |
Drive | AWD | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Engine | 2.0L DOHC | 2.0L SOHC | 2.0L DOHC |
Power | 154hp @ 6,000 RPM | 151hp @ 6,500 RPM | 153hp @ 6,000 RPM |
Torque | 196Nm @ 4,000 RPM | 189 Nm @ 4,300 RPM | 200 Nm @ 4,000 RPM |
Transmission | CVT | CVT | 6-speed Automatic |
Brakes (front/rear) | Vantilated DISC | Vantilated DISC/Solid DISC | Vantilated DISC/Solid DISC |
Front Suspension | Macpherson Strut | Macpherson Strut | Macpherson Strut |
Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone | Multi-link | Multi-link |
Wheels | 18-inch Aluminum-Alloys | 18-inch Alloys | 17-inch Alloys |
Tires | 225/55 R18 | 236/60 R18 | 225/65 R17 |
Airbags | Driver/Passenger/Sides/Curtain/Knee | Driver/Passenger/Sides/Curtain | Driver/Passenger/Sides/Curtain |
Dimensions (mm) | 4,565 x 1,800 x 1,615 | 4,571 x 1,855 x 1,657 | 4,550 x 1,840 x 1,575 |
Seat trim | Fabric | Leather | Leather |
Wheelbase (mm) | 2,665 | 2,660 | 2,700 |
Fuel tank capacity (liters) | 63 | 57 | 56 |
Ground Clearance (mm) | 220 | 198 | 185 |
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Know more about Honda CR-V

Honda CR-V stands for Comfortable Runabout Vehicle. As the name suggests, Honda CR-V is a compact crossover that has proved itself to be a great and worthy choice for modern Filipino families living in the urban jungle. The Philippines saw the beginning of the Honda CR-V in the 90s. Since then, the CR-V has been one of the popular Honda vehicles in the country. Now, Honda Cars Philippines Inc introduced the facelifted CR-V that debuted alongside the new City. The new Honda CR-V builds on the successful formula established by the current model, which is why the changes are minimal yet distinct. It still looks almost similar to the old model but the subtle changes given to the CR-V give the vehicle a fresh look. The new Honda CR-V also comes with several safety features that will make your drives safer and more convenient. The top-spec CR-V is offered with Honda Sensing driver-assist technology that includes the following: Adaptive Cruise Control, Low-Speed Follow, Collision Mitigation Braking System, Lane-Keep Assist System, Road Departure Mitigation, Forward Collision Warning, and Lane Departure Warning. Under the hood, the new CR-V is powered either by 2.0L i-VTEC gasoline engine producing 152 hp and 189 Nm of torque or a 1.6L Earth Dreams turbodiesel engine that generates 118 hp and 300 Nm. The gasoline engine is mated to a continuously variable transmission, while the diesel is linked to a 9-speed automatic.
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